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BMW R50 2 1961


1961 BMW R50 2 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

1961 BMW R50 2
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General information
Model:BMW R50 2
Year:1961
Category:Allround
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Engine and transmission
Displacement:494.00 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)
Engine type:Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power:25.97 HP (19.0 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Top speed:140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
Compression:7.5:1
Bore x stroke:68.0 x 68.0 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system:Carburettor. 24mm Bing
Fuel control:Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition:Magneto
Lubrication system:Wet sump
Cooling system:Air
Gearbox:4-speed
Transmission type,
final drive:
Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch:Dry-single plate-cable operated
Fuel consumption:5.10 litres/100 km (19.6 km/l or 46.12 mpg)
Greenhouse gases:118.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type:Steel doble cradle
Front suspension:Cartridge
Rear suspension:Twin shock-Swingarm
Front tyre:3.50-18
Rear tyre:3.50-18
Front brakes:Expanding brake (drum brake). Duplex full hub
Front brakes diameter:200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear brakes:Expanding brake (drum brake). Simplex full hub
Rear brakes diameter:200 mm (7.9 inches)
Seat:Dual seat
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:195.0 kg (429.9 pounds)
Overall height:980 mm (38.6 inches)
Overall length:2,125 mm (83.7 inches)
Overall width:660 mm (26.0 inches)
Wheelbase:1,415 mm (55.7 inches)
Fuel capacity:17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:Kick
Carrying capacity:360kg-with sidecar 600kg
Further information
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